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Title: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on September 17, 2009, 10:48:39 PM
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on September 18, 2009, 01:24:52 AM
If you pick one up, might I suggest the Axial Trail Ranger body.

http://www.axialracing.com/ftp/ax4009_trail_ranger_body.html
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on September 18, 2009, 06:49:45 AM
I had heard that was coming about a year ago. Looks better than I expected! Almost looks like a LWB but not quite
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on September 18, 2009, 01:12:36 PM
Yea, I found it when looking for SJ RC crawlers.  There was one sight with some real quality work.  One guy even did a full interior.

I figure I'll just chop the body up and paint it Safety red, just like my SJ.  :D
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: HotRod on September 18, 2009, 06:27:33 PM
I'm partial to this body style tho
Since I have both sizes and looking for a chassis for them ;D
1/18 Pro-Line Descender
(http://www.prolineracing.com/images/PRODUCT/medium/649.jpg)

1/10 Pro-Line Descender
(http://www.prolineracing.com/images/PRODUCT/medium/648.jpg)
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on September 19, 2009, 01:15:20 PM
Well now, that is full of awesome isn't it...
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: bentparts on September 19, 2009, 02:14:16 PM
Hey, that looks like my rig, the red one I mean!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 21, 2009, 07:08:15 AM
Dude that's awesome!!!!!!!!! What size is it compared to the Lynt ones everyone has in Oregon?
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 21, 2009, 07:13:38 AM
OK. ANy idea what the controler, battery, etc.. required to get it running will const? Anp achance they will work a deal on a 'everything included packeage?  I want one of these.....


Z
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Minmatar on September 21, 2009, 09:14:27 AM
I bet one of these damn things cost 1 major  upgrade for your zuk's....... >=O
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 21, 2009, 10:51:50 AM
Dont make the group order with out giving me a shout... I would love to have one of these if the controlers/engines/batteries etc dont through it out of contriol on price.

Zig
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on September 21, 2009, 01:44:41 PM
well there is really so many ways to go with this. But cheapest bare minimum I could find with a quick google search is the following for about 135.00. Now with that said you can easily find some used/free stuff for less and with spending just a bit more can get into some stuff that will give you longer run times.  Feel free to chime in guys.. I am not super versed in the RC world and really have very entry level stuff.

3 channel radio (need this to do digs): http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWJS7**&P=0 (http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWJS7**&P=0)

Speed Control: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGZX1&P=ML (http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGZX1&P=ML)

Motor 27 turn: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPZV0&P=7 (http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPZV0&P=7)

Battery: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJA83&P=ML (http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJA83&P=ML)

Charger:http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJC34&P=ML (http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJC34&P=ML)



Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Cuthulu on September 21, 2009, 07:43:47 PM
Great, another 4x4 to spend money on.  ;)
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 22, 2009, 09:19:35 AM
well there is really so many ways to go with this. But cheapest bare minimum I could find with a quick google search is the following for about 135.00. Now with that said you can easily find some used/free stuff for less and with spending just a bit more can get into some stuff that will give you longer run times.  Feel free to chime in guys.. I am not super versed in the RC world and really have very entry level stuff.

3 channel radio (need this to do digs): [url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWJS7[/url]**&P=0 ([url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWJS7[/url]**&P=0)

Speed Control: [url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGZX1&P=ML[/url] ([url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGZX1&P=ML[/url])

Motor 27 turn: [url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPZV0&P=7[/url] ([url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPZV0&P=7[/url])

Battery: [url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJA83&P=ML[/url] ([url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJA83&P=ML[/url])

Charger:http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJC34&P=ML ([url]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJC34&P=ML[/url])






GREAT!!! What do I need to do to get in on this buy? Give me a call if you need some cash up front or if you want me to pay pay ya.... I want one.... Am I remembering correctly that the lynt's RC were 1/8 scale?

Zig
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on September 22, 2009, 06:54:08 PM
Just go into the store and buy one. Next tuesday I will pick up from Kyosho and ship out to everyone.
If anyone has tried to buy one I apologize I forgot to change the inventory setting.

We should be good to go now!

http://www.zukiworld.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=73


PS.  I have calls into all the companies you have brought up. We will see if we can get deals on those as well.

PSS. If there is anything else you guys out there want and or think would be cool to have let us know (PM me or email) and we will see what we can work out. We are here for you!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 23, 2009, 01:20:07 PM
I have mine ordered. Will check back on teh other goodies needed....

Z
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 25, 2009, 01:13:26 PM
*BUMP*

Only 5 days left......
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on September 25, 2009, 01:42:01 PM
I would be more tempted if I hadn't bought an old Tamiya truck and a Suzuki body for it.  :D
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on September 28, 2009, 01:03:33 PM
One day left Group buy price closes tomorrow.

thanks,
Hutch
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: keith on September 28, 2009, 01:23:20 PM
I need some advise on RC vehicles.  My 5 year old son has a radio shack Jeep RC vehicle.  It is fine for his needs as far as ruggedness goes but it only drives the rear wheels and can't go in long grass or dirt.  What RC vehicle that costs less than $75 has four wheel drive?
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: zuksofhazzard on September 28, 2009, 05:19:26 PM
I'm In!

Sweet Group Buy!

Thanks Zukiworld!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on September 29, 2009, 05:22:09 AM
I'm In!

Sweet Group Buy!

Thanks Zukiworld!

Can I take a wild guess on how your's will be painted  :-\  ;D

Zig
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: zuksofhazzard on September 29, 2009, 03:58:25 PM
I'm In!

Sweet Group Buy!

Thanks Zukiworld!

Can I take a wild guess on how your's will be painted  :-\  ;D

Zig

I don't think you have to Guess.  ;)
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: zuksofhazzard on October 09, 2009, 10:44:55 AM
I just got mine today!

It's SWEET!  8)

Thanks Zukiworld!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Minmatar on October 09, 2009, 10:46:43 AM
ohhh oh MINI LEE!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: zuksofhazzard on October 09, 2009, 10:55:20 AM
ohhh oh MINI LEE!

You Know It!
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: jason hutchison on November 18, 2009, 02:13:58 PM
Hey everyone,
Kyosho has just given better pricing on the Rockforce. We are now the same price as the cheapest you can find online and if you are a ZWO member you can get discount on the price and it will actually be cheaper than what you can find online..

just in time for the holidays..

Thanks ,
Hutch
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on November 24, 2009, 10:06:56 AM
Need some advice on my purchase. The instructions say to use a Size 540 Motor (20-27 Turn). If I remember correctly, the higher number of turns translates into more torque (IE. 27 turn has more torque than a 20 turn). Is his correct?

Also, with my RS4-MT everyone told me to switch controlers and motors to a brushless to get better battery life.... I'm assuming that with the instructions 'no special motors or controlers needed' that this is not the issue with the worm gear set up.. ? If not I can use the controlers on the RS4 for this and get a brushless for the speed car.....

Zig
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on November 24, 2009, 05:20:31 PM
You are correct in that the more turns on the motor the more torque.  It is the same with the timing, the closer to zero you are the more power you will have in forward and reverse and more torque at lower RPM's.  They also tend to be better on the batteries.

For the motor the brush less ones are usually a straight bolt in swap but you do need the special speed controller.  But if you already have a motor/controller combo you can just use it.
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on November 25, 2009, 05:25:29 AM
I was wondering about battery life.. I love running, jumping and racing my HPI RS4-MT but the battery always dies in 4-5 minutes. I know crawling will make it last longer but this set up does not appear to have an easy sey up to switch out batteries like a racing set up. Would like at least 30 minutes (or more) of crawling between charges.

Zig
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Drone637 on November 25, 2009, 12:12:52 PM
Not sure about with Crawlers but the best battery life I could squeeze out of the old systems was 10 minutes and that was with really low gearing.  But that was over 15 years ago, batteries have come a long way.

You might want to look into the Lithium Ion setups.  Expensive but supposedly work great.
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy
Post by: Zukipilot on November 25, 2009, 12:36:58 PM
Cool, thanks for the  info...

Z
Title: Re: Kyosho RockForce Suzuki RC crawler 1/10 scale -Group Buy for FEB 2010
Post by: jason hutchison on January 26, 2010, 10:57:57 PM
Hey everyone,
Kyosho contacted us and has offered us another group buy at $225.00 plus shipping of course.. That is almost 25.00 cheaper than you can buy it anywhere online... If you missed the first group buy here is another chance!

we have them up for sale in the outlet right now.

thanks
Hutch